Grants and Contracts Specialist I (UCP VI)
Office for Sponsored Programs

The Office for Sponsored Programs at the University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus is seeking qualified applicants for appointment as Grants and Contracts Specialist (Grant Manager) to work in a high-volume, service-oriented centralized research administration office.  The successful candidate will review grant proposals prior to submission and/or monitor sponsored research awards received on behalf of the University to assure compliance with fiscal and procedural regulations and requirements established by sponsoring agencies, the Federal government, State of Connecticut and the University.

Characteristic responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, maintain current knowledge and regularly interpret Federal, State, University and Sponsor policies and regulations regarding the application for, receipt and administration of grants and contracts by the University; advise researchers and administrative staff regarding allowable budget items, expenditures, and commitment of University resources; provide guidance to researchers to facilitate the preparation of research proposal budgets or budget modifications; represent the University and researcher within delegated authority in the negotiation of changes to sponsored research commitments, such as budget adjustments or extensions; facilitate, review and approve documents and transactions which obligate the University or commit University resources in the conduct of research; monitor status of proposal or award to ensure timely action; resolve issues of concern; maintain complete records and documentation; make ongoing recommendations for improvement of current practices and perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree in appropriate field and four years of recent relevant experience or eight years relevant experience in a business organization or governmental agency, working with budgets or financial transactions on a daily basis; thorough knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy and function calmly in stressful situations and under pressure of deadline; strong budgeting/accounting/book-keeping skills; high level of comfort, speed and accuracy in entering a high volume of data into computerized systems; high level of comfort and proficiency using the Internet and electronic tools, such as drop-boxes; effective time-management and personal organizational skills; ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment; ability to think critically, flexibly and analytically; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; and adherence to work schedule during business hours of operation, with schedule flexibility to ensure that deadlines can be met.

Preferred Qualifications:  Experience using mainframe applications, such as FRS; experience using InfoEd electronic research administration system; and experience in technical preparation of grant proposals.

This is a full-time, twelve-month position.  Salary will be commensurate with experience within a target salary range of $44,500-$50,000.

Screening will begin immediately with a target start date of August 1, 2009.  Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references to: Laurie Pudlo, University of Connecticut, Office for Sponsored Programs, 438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1133, Storrs, CT 06269-1133.  Applications will be accepted by e-mail (single file preferred) at xxxxxx@uconn.edu or by fax to (860) 486-3726.  (Search # 2009350)

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Laurie N. Pudlo
Administrative Manager
University of Connecticut
Office for Sponsored Programs
438 Whitney Road Extension, Unit 1133
Storrs, CT 06269-1133
(860) 486-4247 Direct
(860) 486-3622 Main
(860) 486-3726 FAX
xxxxxx@uconn.edu
www.osp.uconn.edu

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